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Apple patches nasty security bugs, HBO Max suddenly removes content, and a16z backs Neumann’s next thing

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TC battles stalkerware : Back in February , TechCrunch’s Zack Whittaker pulled back the curtain on a network of “stalkerware” apps that were meant to quietly gobble up a victim’s private text messages, photos, browsing history, etc. Find the full list of gone/soon-to-be-gone titles here.

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Get your Disrupt day three highlights right here

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Metafy is bringing video game coaching to the masses, and it’s not only for gamers who may want to go pro. Google’s Maddie Stone and ACLU’s Jennifer Granick join us for a crash course in the surveillance state — from spyware makers to location data brokers. Founder Fireside: Metafy and Seven Seven Six . TC Plus Stage | 1:30 am.

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Announcing the agenda for TechCrunch Disrupt 2022

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We’ll have the new Discovery Stage featuring in-depth demos and speaker Q&As, roundtables, networking, breakout sessions and more. The social network is dedicated exclusively to women in professional leadership positions, charging thousands for a private membership (if you’re lucky enough to get accepted). Yes, Chief.